Careers at ebm‑papst

At ebm‑papst, we are committed to engineering a better life. We drive innovation through sustainable and digital solutions, enabling our customers to reduce emissions and embrace resource-efficient manufacturing. This wouldn’t be possible without our exceptional team.

Our employees are the very cornerstone of our success and the driving force behind our global leadership in fans and motors. We recognize the importance of employee innovation, commitment, and motivation and therefore strive to create an environment that will empower and encourage our team.

Our claim:
good climate worldwide.
Even with each other.

What motivates us at ebm‑papst every day and connects us in the long term? A common goal: We make sustainable and intelligent solutions for a better climate – for people, their applications and our environment. To achieve this, we are constantly developing ourselves, our innovative working environment and the way we work together. Courageous, inspiring and cosmopolitan. At ebm‑papst, we call this Better Working. Better Teams. Better Future. Become a part of it!

Our commitment to employee satisfaction

Teamwork

We drive success through a clear organizational structure and a management concept that empowers all employees with a high degree of personal responsibility.

Education/training opportunities

We prioritize individual support, development, and improvement, allowing our employees to harness their personal and professional strengths and grow continuously.

Strong team spirit

Our employees work together as a well-coordinated team, benefiting from each other's expertise and being inspired by innovative ideas.

What makes ebm‑papst so strong
as a community

It is our aspiration to engineer a better life that gives us a clear compass for the future. It allows us to grow together, enjoy our cooperation and make a tangible contribution to a better life. In constant exchange with our 15,000 colleagues worldwide, we focus on what we have done best since the company was founded in 1963: innovative, sustainable ventilation technology. We want to lead them enthusiastically into a new era. With intelligent digital solutions that save energy and emissions, conserve resources and protect the climate. Learn more at Better Working, Better Teams and Better Future.

Job Spotlight

Senior Accountant

Location: Telford, TN

This position is responsible for assisting in the planning and direction of accounting activities at our factories in Telford, TN, and Farmington, CT. The role can be based in either Tennessee or Connecticut, with a preference for the Tennessee location, and includes the ability to travel as needed. Responsibilities include interpreting financial policies, governmental legislation, accounting theory, and customer financial regulations. The role also involves collaborating with external professional firms on accounting, legal, and tax matters. Additionally, the individual will be expected to identify operational trends and recommend improvements accordingly. Providing management with cost and comparative reports to support decisions related to pricing or production changes is also a key function of this role.

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As a proud recipient of the Cigna Healthy Workforce Designation - Bronze Level, we are committed to the well-being and satisfaction of our employees, from their health to overall job satisfaction.



Farmington, Connecticut Job Openings

Business Development Manager

Department: Heating Division Sales
Location: Farmington, CT

We are looking for a proactive and innovative Business Development professional to drive the growth of key accounts and exceed sales targets. This role is essential in identifying new market opportunities and fostering strong relationships with clients. We value efficiency in our processes, enthusiasm in our approach, and humanity in our interactions. This position is part of the global Heating Technology Division of ebm‑papst, which generates a revenue of €250 million.

  • Connect with professional and technical personnel at established clients and potential key accounts to build, sustain, and improve relationships and business opportunities.
  • Review specifications, proposals and other customer documents to develop and prepare cost estimates or projected increases in production from client's use of the company’s products.
  • Collaborate with Customer Service and Application Engineering teams to achieve sales targets, ensure customer satisfaction, and keep them updated on all account activities.
  • Sales Forecasting: Prepare annual sales forecasts for assigned accounts.

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Continuous Improvement Engineer

Location: Farmington, CT

As a Continuous Improvement Engineer, you will be a key player in establishing an organic culture of Continuous Improvement within our organization. Your role is to serve and enable teams through hands-on training, facilitation of Kaizen & other Workshops, and the development of a tiered shop-floor management board structure.

  • Conduct hands-on Lean Green Belt training sessions, focusing on practical applications, and understanding of lean principles.
  • Facilitate and lead continuous improvement events (Kaizen) with a collaborative approach, encouraging participation and input from team members.
  • Conduct layered process audits to ensure the sustainment of continuous improvement projects after completion.
  • Assist in the implementation and sustainment of tiered shop-floor management boards including SQDC Gemba Boards, Value Stream Transformation Boards, and Site Strategy Deployment (Hoshin Kanri).

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Design Engineer

Department: Design Engineering
Location: Farmington, CT

This position is responsible for conceptual designs, modeling and detail drawings of air mover components and assemblies.

  • Organize and lead Design Review meetings. Record action items, assign tasks, track workflow, and close tasks upon completion.
  • Input data into the AS/400 MRP system to develop Bill of Materials (BOM) product structure.
  • Design prototypes using knowledge of manufacturing capabilities. Model prototypes in 3D using Creo. Identify critical tooling requirements and assist in the assembly of prototypes.
  • Design components with consideration of appropriate manufacturing tolerances. Coordinate special order component requirements with the Sourcing Department.

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Director - Vertical Market, Home Comfort

Department: Heating Division
Location: Farmington, CT

This position is responsible for market development and project coordination relating to applications in assigned market(s). The role is pivotal in shaping our growth strategy and ensuring our products meet the highest standards of quality and efficiency. We value efficiency in our processes, enthusiasm in our approach, and humanity in our interactions. This position is part of the global Heating Technology Division of ebm‑papst, which generates a revenue of €250 million. The primary focus will be on building a local team in the USA.

  • Sales Leadership: Collaborate with the VP of Sales and the Home Comfort Team in Germany to achieve and exceed national and market sales targets
  • Forecasting: Develop accurate sales forecasts for our territories and factories.
  • Pricing Strategy: Prepare and/or approve price quotes for Customer Relations, Field Sales, Key Account Manager, Business Development Managers, and Sales Managers including value added quotes. Focus on special price/delivery requests for new projects. For significant quotes, review with supervisor or headquarter for approval. Quote responsibility includes customers on a direct (OEM) basis (and authorized distributors).
  • Market Analysis: Monitor market trends and recommend strategic initiatives. Track competition, prepare competitive analyses, and devise strategies to stay ahead in assigned market(s).

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Mechanical Lab Technician

Department: Application Engineering
Location: Farmington, CT

This position is responsible for performing all laboratory activities.

  • Set up and execute air performance, sound testing, temperature rise testing, and any additional lab testing as required.
  • Test for functionality and inspect appearance of samples being shipped to customers. Track/record samples.
  • Maintain internal database of air performance, sound and temperature rise tests.
  • Keep the Laboratory and equipment organized and clean.
  • Lift or move up to 50 pounds when handling equipment or product.

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Project Manager

Department: Regional Project Management Office
Location: Farmington, CT

This position is responsible for resource allocation, monitoring progress, and keeping stakeholders informed throughout all assigned projects. This position will be responsible for project management across multiple departments.

  • Identify project needs such as resources, staff, or finances by reviewing project objectives and schedules.
  • Schedule or facilitate project meetings.
  • Monitor costs incurred by project staff to identify budget issues.
  • Confer with project personnel to identify and resolve problems.

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Quality Technician

Department: Quality
Location: Farmington, CT

This position is responsible for planning activities concerned with application and maintenance of quality standards for industrial processes, materials and products.

  • Perform statistical analysis and study to determine if the current processes are meeting the customer specifications.
  • Perform repeatability and reliability tests on tooling.
  • Coordinate programs to recognize and reward groups or individuals for suggestions and actions related to process improvement.
  • Direct workers engaged in measuring and testing product and tabulating data concerning materials, product or process quality and reliability.

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Farmington, Connecticut Student Programs

At this time, there are no internship opportunities available at our Farmington location.



Telford, Tennessee Job Openings

Manufacturing Engineer

Department: Manufacturing Engineer
Location: Telford, TN

This job is responsible for review of existing manufacturing processes and development of new manufacturing processes to support our production lines and ensure our ability to meet current manufacturing schedules and future growth targets.

  • Develop and improve new and existing production processes and methods for increasing output and efficiency, as well as reducing costs and preventing defects. Work to increase process stability to meet customer demand with minimum amount of resources.
  • Develop process time standards, process flow, and layout for all new or transferred production lines
  • Assist Production Supervisors in solving technical, tooling, quality, process, and maintenance problems affecting the daily operations in manufacturing.
  • Participate in CIP (Continuous Improvement Process) and LEAN events as required for their individual areas of expertise.

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Manufacturing Supervisor

Department: Manufacturing Engineer
Location: Telford, TN

The Manufacturing Supervisor plays a critical role in overseeing the production process within our wholesale trade operations in Telford, TN. This position is responsible for ensuring that manufacturing goals are met efficiently while maintaining high standards of quality and safety.

  • Supervise daily manufacturing operations to ensure production targets are met.
  • Train, mentor, and evaluate production staff to enhance their skills and performance.
  • Implement and enforce safety protocols to maintain a safe working environment.
  • Monitor production metrics and report on performance, identifying areas for improvement.

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Senior Accountant

Department: Accounting
Location: Telford, TN

This position is responsible for assisting in the planning and directing of the accounting activities of our Telford, TN and Farmington, CT factories. This role can be based in our Tennessee or Connecticut locations with the ability to travel (Tennessee preferred).

  • Provide interpretation of financial policies, governmental legislation, accounting theory, or customer financial regulations.
  • Participate with outside professional firms on accounting, legal and tax matters.
  • Identify trends and recommend improvements accordingly across operations
  • Provides Management with cost and comparative reports to indicate needs for change in pricing or production.

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Telford, Tennessee Student Programs

At this time, there are no internship opportunities available at our Telford location.



Contact

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ebm-papst Inc.

c/o Human Resources

Address
100 Hyde Road , Farmington, CT 06053

Phone
+1 (860) 674-1515

E-mail
careers@us.ebmpapst.com